Telwara - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Telwara is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Amdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telwara is 240284. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Telwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telwara
As per Census 2011, Telwara village has a total population of 975 people, consisting of 529 males and 446 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 546 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 975 | 529 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 265 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 325 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 204 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Telwara
Telwara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Telwara
Public transport in the Telwara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Telwara is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Telwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Telwara
Where is Telwara located?
Telwara village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Telwara is Amdiha.
What is the pincode of Telwara?
The pincode of Telwara is 813205.
What is the population of Telwara?
Telwara has a total population of 975, including 529 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Telwara?
There are 207 households in Telwara.
What is the literacy rate in Telwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telwara is 56.00%. Male literacy is 61.44% and female literacy is 49.55%.